Ansar

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Pronounced ahn-SAR /ɑnˈsɑr/Medium

Meaning: From Arabic ansar, 'helpers, supporters' (the honored Medinan supporters of the Prophet Muhammad)Medium

In 30 seconds: Helpers and supporters: Ansar is Arabic for 'helpers, supporters'. Devout, dignified, and warm (said 'ahn-SAR').

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Origin MediumArabic

MeaningFrom Arabic ansar, 'helpers, supporters' (the honored Medinan supporters of the Prophet Muhammad)

U.S. rank (2024)#5443 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births17 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 139

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Ansar comes from Arabic ansar, 'helpers, supporters' (the plural of nasir) — the revered title of the Ansar, the people of Medina who gave aid and refuge to the Prophet Muhammad and the early Muslim community after the migration from Mecca. A devout, dignified name across the Muslim world (said 'ahn-SAR').

In the U.S. it appears in Muslim families. Rare, helpers-and-supporters at the root, and dignified.

Did you know? Ansar means 'helpers, supporters' in Arabic — the honored title of the people of Medina who welcomed and supported the Prophet Muhammad and the early Muslims — a devout, dignified name (said 'ahn-SAR').

Overall data confidence 78%

Arabic references — Ansar — etymology

Variations

AnsaarNasir

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Ansar mean?

Ansar is Arabic for 'helpers, supporters' (the Medinan supporters of the Prophet).

How do you pronounce Ansar?

It's said ahn-SAR /ɑnˈsɑr/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Ansar a boy or girl name?

Ansar is a boy's name.

How popular is Ansar?

Ansar is a rare name in the U.S.